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As truth-seeking, educational entities, all colleges and universities must unwaveringly commit themselves to free expression […]
As truth-seeking, educational entities, all colleges and universities must unwaveringly commit themselves to free expression […]
The once-sleepy topic of accreditation continues to take shape as perhaps the most important frontline topic in the battle for higher education reform.
After years of discussions over whether college accreditors should have bright-line metrics to gauge college performance, a federal advisory
The end of July brought a flurry of sudden presidential resignations. Over the course of a week, presidents stepped down at Stanford University, Texas A&M University, Seton Hall
The American Council of Trustees and Alumni (ACTA) has released a new guide by Robert C. Dickeson, entitled Assuring a Successful College President Search: An ACTA Guide to Presidential Search, Screening, and Selection. One...
The purpose of this guide is to assist governing board trustees in the execution of their most important task: the selection of a president who will lead the institution in the years ahead. Most...
Mark Ridenour graduated from Miami University in 1982 with a bachelor’s degree in finance. He began his career at National...
WASHINGTON, DC—The American Council of Trustees and Alumni (ACTA) is proud to announce […]
Launched in 1995, we are the only organization that works with alumni, donors, trustees, and education leaders across the United States to support liberal arts education, uphold high academic standards, safeguard the free exchange of ideas on campus, and ensure that the next generation receives an intellectually rich, high-quality college education at an affordable price.
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